The Global State of Democracy 2024 Global Launch Event

Amid an unprecedented super-cycle election year and a global trend of dissatisfaction with elections, the sixth edition of the Global State of Democracy 2024 Report: ‘Strengthening the Legitimacy of Elections in a Time of Radical Uncertainty’ explores the factors exacerbating this deterioration and what drives people’s perceptions of electoral integrity.

The report is based on a methodology that combines data analysis with on-the-ground experience to evaluate the state of democracy in 173 countries. The 2024 edition provides an overview of global trends and is supplemented by a policy paper that explores how to strengthen public perceptions of electoral integrity. This paper includes a new data set on disputed elections and concludes with recommendations aimed at protecting public faith in the legitimacy of electoral processes.

Join our global launch event during Democracy Week to discover this year's insights. Participate virtually from anywhere in the world – register here!

Mark your calendar for 17 September at 13:00-14:30 CEST and watch the event live on International IDEA's YouTube channel. Join the discussion and share your thoughts using the hashtags: #GSoD2024 #protectelections.
Agenda items

MC:  Ms Jessica Kehayes, Chief of Staff to the Secretary-General, International IDEA

Opening Remarks
Dr Kevin Casas-Zamora, Secretary-General, International IDEA

Presentation of the Global State of Democracy 2024 Report
Dr Seema Shah, Head of Democracy Assessment Unit, International IDEA

Panel Discussion
Moderator: Dr Massimo Tommasoli, Director of Global Programmes, International IDEA
Dr Inés M. Pousadela, Senior Research Specialist, CIVICUS: World Alliance for Citizen Participation
Mr Tom Rogers, Australian Electoral Commissioner

Questions & Answers

Closing Remarks
Dr Massimo Tommasoli, Director of Global Programmes, International IDEA